The Evolution of Wellbeing Science

Positive Psychology - The Science of Thriving

Positive psychology is the science of what helps people thrive.

It studies human strengths, resilience, meaning, and connection as measurable dimensions of individual well-being, moving people from good to great.

Early positive psychology often aimed for maximization: more happiness, more achievement, more growth.

The science is evolving toward a more interconnected view of wellbeing.

Beyond the Individual

Wellbeing sciences, positive psychology among them, has helped to advance our understanding of what enables human thriving. Practitioners and researchers in these fields are recognizing that individual wellbeing cannot be separated from the health of the systems we inhabit. This interconnected perspective asks: How does your behavior regenerate the systems you inhabit?

For leaders, this changes everything. Pursuing nonstop growth and maximum performance isn’t good for you, your company, or the planet. 

As a leader, your influence extends far beyond your own performance. The evolving science of wellbeing equips you to see the bigger picture, to lead with both discernment and conscience, and to create a ripple effect that benefits your teams and the collective health of the systems you steward.

If you’re ready to lead at this level — to move from individual success to collective significance — let’s get started.